2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1975 Holden Gemini
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (148 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Holden Gemini. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mazda Roadster (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Gemini. (127 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 1975 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | Roadster | Gemini |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
